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What campaign ads tell us about the state of the 2024 election ahead of New Hampshire
Nikki Haley is acting like Ron DeSantis isn't even in the race anymore — and DeSantis' campaign isn't spending on ads at all. Here's a breakdown of their closing arguments before Tuesday's primary.
Minnesota DNR expands the fight against invasive carp
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has updated its plan for slowing the spread of invasive carp in Minnesota waters.
Hastings City Council urges cease-fire, humanitarian aid in Gaza
The Hastings City Council unanimously supported a resolution this week calling for a cease-fire in Gaza and increased humanitarian need for the people affected by war there.
Democratic drama and Biden write-ins promise a New Hampshire primary to remember
There’s something different this year about this year's first-in-the-nation New Hampshire primary, at least on the Democratic side. Zero delegates will be at stake in Tuesday's primary, and Democratic incumbent and frontrunner Joe Biden won't appear on the ballot because the primary violates national party rules.
As justices retire, more changes come for Minnesota‘s Supreme Court
With another Supreme Court Justice retiring, a law expert breaks down what could be the future of Minnesota’s high court appointees. Peter Knapp, a Mitchell Hamline School of Law Professor, talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about the retirement and what it could mean for the future.